As Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James nears his season debut, the dynamic around him has changed. Luka Doncic has become the clear-cut No. 1 option in Los Angeles, as most expected him to be, but it's Austin Reaves who has created an obstacle James has somehow never encountered.
Based on factors such as age, contract status, and the general future of the franchise, James is soon to be asked to play a role he never has: That of a third option.
James is widely regarded as one of the most versatile players in NBA history. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar is the Association's all-time leading scorer, one of its most prolific passers, a nightly threat for a triple-double, and a well-rounded defender.